When the world entered the computer age and become enamored with all that the internet could provide, life was never the same. Tasks that were once done only at establishment on land now became easily completed from one’s home with a few keystrokes and clicks of a mouse. One aspect of life that evolved to [...]
Last month Zynga, the creator of several popular Facebook games announced the launch of social slot machines. The unique concept is sure to attract millions of users. Zynga has been a leader in social gaming and in February launched a highly successful bingo game on Facebook. The addition of casino games on Facebook signals a [...]
Since the global recession hit in 2007-08 millions found themselves unemployed for the first time in their lives. In some areas long term unemployment is a fact of life especially in former manufacturing centers such as Detroit and Cleveland. The northern shore of Lake Erie has been named the ‘rust belt’ because of the number [...]
In many parts of the United States expanding casinos and resorts have held job fairs for prospective employees. Many parts of the country are experiencing high unemployment and there are usually several applicants for every new job. At one casino job fair over 4,000 people showed up to apply for 500 jobs. Lines stretched around [...]
Some land based casino operators are not happy with the prospect of widespread internet gambling. Native American tribes see internet gambling as a threat to their casino and resort operations. Casino tycoon Sheldon Adelson says he is against internet gambling because of concerns for ‘underage gambling.’ Most experts have dismissed Adelson’s concerns as self-serving. The [...]
The recent surge in internet gambling has left governments scrambling to keep up with the latest industry developments and advances. In many countries the laws regarding internet gambling are vague and many governments are having difficulties finding ways to regulate the online games. While lawmakers argue over the legality and morality of internet gambling players [...]
For years land based casino giants like Caesar’s Entertainment, MGM and other casino operators looked at internet gambling as a serious threat. Even worse they actually lobbied for laws to keep internet gambling illegal to protect their interests. Casino operators worried that customers would stay home and play casino games online costing them millions in [...]
It would appear that despite the recession the internet gambling industry is doing very well. Several internet gaming companies have reported an increase in revenues and the number of players participating in internet gambling games such as poker, bingo and other casino games. 888 Holdings recently reported that during 2011 revenues increased by 26% compared [...]
Many cash strapped states have turned to casino gambling as a new revenue stream. In Kentucky a coalition of business leaders, labor organizations and education groups pressured legislators to approve a constitutional amendment that that would legalize casino gambling in Kentucky. The amendment would have to be approved by a majority of voters in the [...]
When most people think of gambling hotspots they usually think of Las Vegas, Atlantic City or Monte Carlo. Most people are surprised to learn that the world’s largest gambling Mecca is located in Asia. Macau has a long tradition of gambling and Gambling tourism is Macau’s biggest source of revenue. Gambling revenues make up about [...]
